Los Naranjos Golf Club sits in the heart of the Costa del Sol, around 40 minutes from Malaga airport, and it's a proper parkland favourite for a golf holiday in Marbella.
Designed by Robert Trent Jones Senior, the layout has a handy split personality. The front nine feels more open and inviting, with generous fairway corridors that let you find a rhythm early on. Turn for home and it asks different questions. The back nine tightens up as you play through orange plantations, olive groves and pines, so you'll want a clear line off the tee and a sensible club choice into the greens.
What you'll notice straight away is how it feels like proper holiday golf without being a pushover. If you drive it straight you'll have chances, but it still rewards players who think their way around rather than simply trying to overpower it. There are also some lovely views across the course and the surrounding landscape, which makes it an easy place to spend four hours, especially if you've got sunshine on your side.
If you're building a Costa del Sol itinerary, Los Naranjos is a strong option for groups who want a well-known course that plays fair, looks great and keeps everyone interested from first tee to last putt. Include Los Naranjos on your next Costa del Sol golf break and we'll help you lock in tee times around the rest of your trip.
Who is this for? Golfers who like classic parkland golf, strategic design and an easy transfer from Malaga.
Who is it best for? Mixed-ability groups and couples, plus confident mid-handicappers who enjoy shaping tee shots and plotting their way round.
